Amazon Web Services, in conjunction with The Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA), has begun trialling a data as a service project, which both organisations believe will heighten the visibility of data sets held in the private sector. The pilot scheme is a part of the “Smart Nation” initiative unveiled by the Singapore government this […]
Many businesses are reaping the rewards of shifting to the cloud, with increased profits and an easier infrastructure for their employees; however, the impact of cloud computing on the environment cannot be ignored. In an age where we need to do all we can to reduce our footprint on the world and seek out alternative […]
The cloud computing industry has grown dramatically since 2008. 6 years ago, the global industry was estimated to be worth $46 billion. This is still a massive amount and not to be discounted, but by the end of 2014 the industry is expected to have more than trebled to $150 billion. From its humble beginnings […]
Cloud computing has changed the IT landscape for businesses and consumers alike. There’s very little in our current IT universe that doesn’t operate in the cloud somehow – social media, online shopping, email and more all rely on this new technology.But just how much has cloud computing changed the way companies operate? Perhaps the most […]
Singapore’s small to medium sized businesses (SMBs) are among the world’s fastest adopters of cloud computing services, according to a new report from hosting and cloud automation platform specialist Parallels. According to the report “Parallels SMB Cloud Insights”, Singapore SMBs are set to spend S$520 million (US$415.26 million) on cloud computing solutions and services this […]
Migrating your business storage infrastructure to the cloud is a serious consideration for cost savings as well as taking the pressure off your existing infrastructure while your business grows. Here are the most frequently asked questions about using Amazon Web Services Storage Gateway. 1. How does the AWS Storage Gateway work? To get started, you download […]
Good business sense means keeping costs down and increasing productivity so the company is more profitable. Companies struggle with this simple but vital formula all the time – but one sure-fire way of doing it is with cloud computing. Migrating your on-site infrastructure and systems to the cloud saves a whole host of costly resources, […]
Cloud computing can assist medium and small businesses in a plethora of ways – from preventing large-scale and expensive data loss to facilitating easy collaboration between different individuals and groups. However, some can be wary of security risks with this relatively recent form of technology, especially when dealing with sensitive data. Whilst the security of […]
If you’re seriously considering integrating cloud computing services in your existing IT infrastructure, but are worried about security, you’re not the only one. In fact, data security is the paramount concern for most IT professionals, and making such a bold move can seem intimidating, especially when you have little control over where your data actually […]
“Nobody likes change except a wet baby,” said Mark Twain. Yet, change, such as migrating to the Cloud, is necessary for businesses to progress effectively. While companies prioritise the technical aspects of moving processes and data to the Cloud, the emotional side of the upgrade can often be underestimated, putting the success of the move […]
